The Princess of Wales has been in Manchester today visiting the Christie Hospital
Catherine began her visit to the Withington site by visiting the Oak Road Treatment Centre, and met with staff, and patients currently undergoing chemotherapy.
The Princess met Claire Lorente, 30, who rang the bell to signal the end of her cancer treatment
The Princess also spoke with 10-year-old patient Ruby Day during her visit to The Christie, asking how she was coping with her treatment
She also met with gardener Phil Walker at The Christie to learn about the landscape of the wellbeing garden, which allows patients and staff to rest and reflect.
Writing on X following the visit the Princess said
Thank you to everyone at The Christie for such a moving visit today.
Meeting patients, families and staff was a powerful reminder that healing is about so much more than treatment alone. A cancer diagnosis affects every part of life, in mind, body and the deeper part of ourselves. The way we process fear, uncertainty and change is deeply personal.
The Christie’s commitment to holistic care, from art therapy and wellbeing spaces to emotional and spiritual support, helps people navigate not only illness, but the profound impact it can have on quality of life. These services empower patients to play an active role in their recovery and wellbeing, reminding us that care should always be centred on the whole person.
Thank you for sharing your stories with me, and for the compassion, creativity and dedication shown every day across the hospital.
